Thursday, January 31, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-31-08 to 2-3-08

DAFFODIL DAYSThe American Cancer Society will once again be selling daffodils during "Daffodil Days". Remember your family member, friend, or maybe yourself this year in the fight against cancer, and order daffodils to help in the fight against this disease. Please have your orders called in by February 20th. Delivery date will be announced at a later date, but will be between March 6th and 10th. The pick-up location will be Peoples Insurance at 120 W. Kansas Ave. in Greensburg. Please call one of the following numbers to place your order. Thank you for supporting the American Cancer Society.

HELP NAME THE INDUSTRIAL PARKTorsten Energy LLC would like input from the citizens of Kiowa County on naming the new industrial park to be located on the Northeast side of Greensburg. The Board of Directors would like to choose from a list of 10 names and logos. They would like to have all suggestions received by March 1st. Send your name or logo by e-mail to Patrick Stein at pstein@torstenenergy.com .

THE SALVATION ARMYThe Salvation Army is now located in Haviland at the Barclay College Library, continuing to distribute vouchers to those who have Relief Stage funds available. Long Term Recovery Stage funds are available, through an application process, to qualifying clients who were homeowners at the time of the May 4th-5th storms and whose home was destroyed in the tornado. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.

BUILDING ASSISTANCEWichita Area Builders Association (WABA) has a program for homeowners who are building within the city limits of Greensburg. They have asked The Salvation Army to locate families who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 being made available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

HOUSE NEAR COMPLETION? READY TO MOVE IN?Be sure to stop by city hall to have the utilities hooked up at your location. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. · City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION DEADLINES APPROACHING· The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008, as the cutoff date for producers in a Quick Response Area (QRA) to submit Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Ground and Surface Water Conservation (GSWC) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.· The Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008 as the cutoff date for producers to submit Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.For more information contact the NRCS office at 620-723-2146 ext. 3.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. On March 12, 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women with a rose presentation and reception from 1 to 2:20 p.m.. To nominate an outstanding women pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

Monday, January 28, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-28-08 to 1-30-08

THE SALVATION ARMYThe Salvation Army is now located in Haviland at the Barclay College Library, continuing to distribute vouchers to those who have Relief Stage funds available. Long Term Recovery Stage funds are available, through an application process, to qualifying clients who were homeowners at the time of the May 4th-5th storms and whose home was destroyed in the tornado. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.

BUILDING ASSISTANCEWichita Area Builders Association (WABA) has a program for homeowners who are building within the city limits of Greensburg. They have asked The Salvation Army to locate families who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 being made available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.

SOIL CONSERVATION ANNUAL MEETINGThe Kiowa County Conservation District will hold their annual meeting on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at Broadhurst Student Center, Barclay College in Haviland. A business meeting will be conducted. During the meeting the district will give a report of district activities and hold an election to fill two supervisor positions. These positions are for a three year term. Any U.S. citizen that is a Kiowa County resident and is 18 years or older is eligible to vote in this election.

Also during the meeting, the Kansas Bankers Awards for Soil Conservation and Windbreaks will be given out along with the County Conservation District’s Grassland Award. Winners for the soil conservation poster and limerick contest will also be recognized.

Please make plans to join us for this annual event. The meal is free, compliments of the banks of Kiowa County.Reservations need to be made by Monday, January 28, 2008. Please make your reservations by calling the USDA Service Center at 620-723-2146, ext 3.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

HOUSE NEAR COMPLETION? READY TO MOVE IN?Be sure to stop by city hall to have the utilities hooked up at your location. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 21st to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd because of the holiday on Monday.· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION DEADLINES APPROACHING· The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008, as the cutoff date for producers in a Quick Response Area (QRA) to submit Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Ground and Surface Water Conservation (GSWC) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.· The Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008 as the cutoff date for producers to submit Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.For more information contact the NRCS office at 620-723-2146 ext. 3.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. On March 12, 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women with a rose presentation and reception from 1 to 2:20 p.m.. To nominate an outstanding women pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Kiowa County/Greensburg 1-24-08 to 1-27-08

SOIL CONSERVATION ANNUAL MEETINGThe Kiowa County Conservation District will hold their annual meeting on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at Broadhurst Student Center, Barclay College in Haviland. A business meeting will be conducted. During the meeting the district will give a report of district activities and hold an election to fill two supervisor positions. These positions are for a three year term. Any U.S. citizen that is a Kiowa County resident and is 18 years or older is eligible to vote in this election.

Also during the meeting, the Kansas Bankers Awards for Soil Conservation and Windbreaks will be given out along with the County Conservation District’s Grassland Award. Winners for the soil conservation poster and limerick contest will also be recognized.

Please make plans to join us for this annual event. The meal is free, compliments of the banks of Kiowa County. Reservations need to be made by Monday, January 28, 2008. Please make your reservations by calling the USDA Service Center at 620-723-2146, ext 3.

THINKING ABOUT BUILDING IN GREENSBURG?Contact the Building and Codes Department at 723-4109 for information about permits, contractors, and building in Greensburg.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

HOUSE NEAR COMPLETION? READY TO MOVE IN?Be sure to stop by city hall to have the utilities hooked up at your location. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 21st to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd because of the holiday on Monday.· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

EQIP Funding AvailableThe Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008, as the cutoff date for producers in a Quick Response Area (QRA) to submit Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Ground and Surface Water Conservation (GSWC) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.

According to Astor F. Boozer, Acting State Conservationist for Kansas, the national NRCS office has provided funding for EQIP GSWC. In Kansas, this funding is only available for water quantity resource concerns in the identified Quick Response Areas (QRAs).

Producers in QRAs, who have a water quantity resource concern, may apply for financial assistance through the GSWC provisions of EQIP. “QRAs, or Quick Response Areas, were introduced for EQIP funding two years ago and are available again this year to improve the effectiveness of EQIP Ground and Surface Water Conservation funds,” said Troy J. Munsch, Assistant State Conservationist for Programs, Salina. “The QRAs have changed a little from those last year. These areas were identified by the four western Kansas Groundwater Management Districts and the Kansas Division of Water Resources.” (Map attached.)

The NRCS will provide EQIP financial assistance for approved applications located within the QRAs where producers convert irrigated cropland to nonirrigated cropland or grassland. For more information contact the NRCS office at 620-723-2146 ext. 3.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. On March 12, 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women with a rose presentation and reception from 1 to 2:20 p.m.. To nominate an outstanding women pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

Monday, January 21, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-21-08 to 1-23-08

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. On March 12, 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women with a rose presentation and reception from 1 to 2:20 p.m.. To nominate an outstanding women pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

THINKING ABOUT BUILDING IN GREENSBURG?Contact the Building and Codes Department at 723-4109 for information about permits, contractors, and building in Greensburg.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

HOUSE NEAR COMPLETION? READY TO MOVE IN?Be sure to stop by city hall to have the utilities hooked up at your location. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 21st to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd because of the holiday on Monday.· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

SOIL CONSERVATION ANNUAL MEETINGThe Kiowa County Conservation District will hold their annual meeting on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at Broadhurst Student Center, Barclay College in Haviland. A business meeting will be conducted. During the meeting the district will give a report of district activities and hold an election to fill two supervisor positions. These positions are for a three year term. Any U.S. citizen that is a Kiowa County resident and is 18 years or older is eligible to vote in this election.

Also during the meeting, the Kansas Bankers Awards for Soil Conservation and Windbreaks will be given out along with the County Conservation District’s Grassland Award. Winners for the soil conservation poster and limerick contest will also be recognized.

Please make plans to join us for this annual event. The meal is free, compliments of the banks of Kiowa County.Reservations need to be made by Monday, January 28, 2008. Please make your reservations by calling the USDA Service Center at 620-723-2146, ext 3.

EQIP FUNDING AVAILABLEThe Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced Friday, February 8, 2008, as the cutoff date for producers in a Quick Response Area (QRA) to submit Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Ground and Surface Water Conservation (GSWC) applications to be considered for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 funding.

According to Astor F. Boozer, Acting State Conservationist for Kansas, the national NRCS office has provided funding for EQIP GSWC. In Kansas, this funding is only available for water quantity resource concerns in the identified Quick Response Areas (QRAs).

Producers in QRAs, who have a water quantity resource concern, may apply for financial assistance through the GSWC provisions of EQIP. “QRAs, or Quick Response Areas, were introduced for EQIP funding two years ago and are available again this year to improve the effectiveness of EQIP Ground and Surface Water Conservation funds,” said Troy J. Munsch, Assistant State Conservationist for Programs, Salina. “The QRAs have changed a little from those last year. These areas were identified by the four western Kansas Groundwater Management Districts and the Kansas Division of Water Resources.” (Map attached.)

The NRCS will provide EQIP financial assistance for approved applications located within the QRAs where producers convert irrigated cropland to nonirrigated cropland or grassland.For more information contact the NRCS office at 620-723-2146 ext. 3.

Thursday, January 17, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-17-08 to 1-20-08

FARM BUREAU GRAND OPENINGPlease join Farm Bureau Financial Services and Kiowa County Farm Bureau for a grand opening family celebration Saturday, January 19th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Farm Bureau building located at 320 W. Kansas Ave. is the first commercial building in Greensburg to be rebuilt from the ground up. The event will feature a barbecue, prizes and a drawing, as well as the gift of a book for families. For more information, please call 620-723-2581.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. On March 12, 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women with a rose presentation and reception from 1 to 2:20 p.m.. To nominate an outstanding women pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

THINKING ABOUT BUILDING IN GREENSBURG?Contact the Building and Codes Department at 723-4109 for information about permits, contractors, and building in Greensburg.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

HOUSE NEAR COMPLETION? READY TO MOVE IN?Be sure to stop by city hall to have the utilities hooked up at your location. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 21st to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd because of the holiday on Monday.· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

SOIL CONSERVATION ANNUAL MEETINGKiowa County producers will be recognized by the Kansas Bankers’ Association of Kiowa County for the outstanding efforts to implement and use sound conservation practices. Stan Robertson, Key Banker, will present conservation awards to Mr. & Mrs. Tony Rhodes, for Soil Conservation and to Mr. & Mrs. Milton Ross, for the Windbreak Award.

The District will present the Grassland Award to Mr. & Mrs. Richard Kendall and Mr. & Mrs. Danny Kendall.

Winners of the conservation poster contest will be recognized and the wining posters will be displayed.

A business meeting will be conducted. During the meeting the district will give a report of district activities and hold an election to fill two supervisor positions. These positions are for a three year term. Any U.S. citizen that is a Kiowa County resident and is 18 years or older is eligible to vote in this election.

Please make plans to join us for this annual event. The meal is free, compliments of the banks of Kiowa County.Reservations need to be made by Monday, January 28, 2008. Please make your reservations by calling the USDA Service Center at 620-723-2146, ext 3.

Monday, January 14, 2008

Kiowa County/Greensburg 1-14-08 to 1-16-08

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVEThe America Red Cross will be hosting a Greensburg Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, January 16th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bethel Mennonite Church Fellowship Hall, located 3 miles south and 1 mile west of the Highway 183/54 junction. For an appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543). Walk ins are welcome.

Local donors and volunteers have committed to hosting 6 drives in 2008. Come celebrate this dedication by participating for 6 gift card drawings!

FARM BUREAU GRAND OPENINGPlease join Farm Bureau Financial Services and Kiowa County Farm Bureau for a grand opening family celebration Saturday, January 19th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Farm Bureau building located at 320 W. Kansas Ave. is the first commercial building in Greensburg to be rebuilt from the ground up. The event will feature a barbecue, prizes and a drawing, as well as the gift of a book for families. For more information, please call 620-723-2581.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. In March 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women. To nominate an outstanding women, pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. .· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water and electricity.

COFFEE TIME!Come join neighbors and friends for coffee every Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Iroquois Center Annex Building, located just behind the Iroquois Center at 610 E. Grant St. For more information, call 620-723-2272.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the Equity Exchange in Mullinville at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-10-08 to 1-13-08

FARM BUREAU GRAND OPENINGPlease join Farm Bureau Financial Services and Kiowa County Farm Bureau for a grand re-opening family celebration Saturday, January 19th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Farm Bureau building located at 320 W. Kansas Ave. is the first commercial building in Greensburg to be rebuilt from the ground up. The event will feature a barbecue, prizes and a drawing, as well as the gift of a book for families. For more information, please call 620-723-2581.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. In March 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women. To nominate an outstanding women, pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

POTLUCK LUNCHEON2008 will be Great for Greensburg Potluck Luncheon! Come join us on Friday, January 11th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iroquois Coffee House. Bring your favorite dish to share. All are welcome to attend! Tableware will be provided.

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETINGThe First Annual Meeting of the Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 7p.m. at the Broadhurst Student Center in Haviland. This will be a banquet meeting and our guest speaker will be Congressman Jerry Moran. Seating is limited so get your tickets early. You can purchase tickets at any of the five Kiowa County bank locations in Mullinville, Greensburg or Haviland.

COUNTY HEALTH FAIRKiowa County Health Department in conjunction with the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital will hold a small Health Fair on Thursday, January 10, 2008. The event will be held at the Carriage House, 723 S. Elm from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. Comprehensive blood work will be drawn. Please pre-register for the health fair by calling the Kiowa County Health Department at 620-723-2136. The blood work will be free of charge to Kiowa County residents.

BIG WELL GIFT SHOPThe Big Well Shop has reopened! Hours are Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The State Christmas ornament featuring Greensburg has arrived. New gift items are arriving daily so check back often to see our new selection.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. .· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water and electricity.

COFFEE TIME!Come join neighbors and friends for coffee every Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Iroquois Center Annex Building, located just behind the Iroquois Center at 610 E. Grant St. For more information, call 620-723-2272.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the Equity Exchange in Mullinville at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

Monday, January 7, 2008

Kiowa County / Greensburg 1-7-08 to 1-9-08

PRAIRIE LAND FOODSPrairie Land Foods is a Kansas based program that is committed to helping others and to give the opportunity to volunteers to stretch their food dollars. Volunteer work is anything you do out of kindness and do not get paid for.The sign-up for the January food packs is through January 7th.

Contact the Health Department at 620-723-3156, Extension Office at 620-723-2156, or District Court at 620-723-3317 for more information. Stop by to sign-up for a food pack.

COMMODITY FOOD PICK UPGovernment surplus commodities will be distributed in Greensburg on Wednesday, January 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Meeting Trailer located at 205 S. Oak St.

Commodity pick up is scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of each month throughout 2008.

To be eligible for commodities, your household’s total monthly income must be below:Household of One $1,107Household of Two $1,484Household of Three $1,861Household of Four $2.238Household of Five $2,615Household of Six $2.992Household of Seven $3,369Household of Eight $3,746For each additional family member add $377.00

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. In March 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women. To nominate an outstanding women, pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

POTLUCK LUNCHEON2008 will be Great for Greensburg Potluck Luncheon! Come join us on Friday, January 11th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iroquois Coffee House. Bring your favorite dish to share. All are welcome to attend! Tableware will be provided.

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETINGThe First Annual Meeting of the Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 7p.m. at the Broadhurst Student Center in Haviland. This will be a banquet meeting and our guest speaker will be Congressman Jerry Moran. Seating is limited so get your tickets early. You can purchase tickets at any of the five Kiowa County bank locations in Mullinville, Greensburg or Haviland.

COUNTY HEALTH FAIRKiowa County Health Department in conjunction with the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital will hold a small Health Fair on Thursday, January 10, 2008. The event will be held at the Carriage House, 723 S. Elm from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. Comprehensive blood work will be drawn. Please pre-register for the health fair by calling the Kiowa County Health Department at 620-723-2136. The blood work will be free of charge to Kiowa County residents.

BIG WELL GIFT SHOPThe Big Well Shop has reopened! Hours are Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The State Christmas ornament featuring Greensburg has arrived. New gift items are arriving daily so check back often to see our new selection.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. .· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water and electricity.

COFFEE TIME!Come join neighbors and friends for coffee every Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Iroquois Center Annex Building, located just behind the Iroquois Center at 610 E. Grant St. For more information, call 620-723-2272.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the Equity Exchange in Mullinville at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

Friday, January 4, 2008

Kiowa County/Greensburg Update 1-4-08 to 1-6-08

PRAIRIE LAND FOODSPrairie Land Foods is a Kansas based program that is committed to helping others and to give the opportunity to volunteers to stretch their food dollars. Volunteer work is anything you do out of kindness and do not get paid for.The sign-up for the December food packs is through December 3rd.

Contact the Health Department at 620-723-3156, Extension Office at 620-723-2156, or District Court at 620-723-3317 for more information. Stop by to sign-up for a food pack.

HONOR GREENSBURG WOMENZonta International is a professional international women’s club advancing the status of women worldwide. Each year in March the organization honors outstanding women in their communities. In the past, the Topeka Zonta Club has honored outstanding news anchors, state senators and representatives, directors of non-profit agencies, and others who have contributed so much to Topeka and the State of Kansas.

This year, Zonta Club of Topeka voted unanimously to honor the outstanding women of Greensburg. In March 2008, Topeka Zontians will travel to Greensburg to recognize the outstanding efforts of Greensburg area women. To nominate an outstanding women, pick up an application at the Kiowa County Health Department and the Kiowa County Extension Office.

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETINGThe First Annual Meeting of the Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 7p.m. at the Broadhurst Student Center in Haviland. This will be a banquet meeting and our guest speaker will be Congressman Jerry Moran. Seating is limited so get your tickets early. You can purchase tickets at any of the five Kiowa County bank locations in Mullinville, Greensburg or Haviland.

POTLUCK LUNCHEON2008 will be Great for Greensburg Potluck Luncheon! Come join us on Friday, January 11th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iroquois Coffee House. Bring your favorite dish to share. All are welcome to attend! Tableware will be provided.

COUNTY HEALTH FAIRKiowa County Health Department in conjunction with the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital will hold a small Health Fair on Thursday, January 10, 2008. The event will be held at the Carriage House, 723 S. Elm from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. Comprehensive blood work will be drawn. Please pre-register for the health fair by calling the Kiowa County Health Department at 620-723-2136. The blood work will be free of charge to Kiowa County residents.

BIG WELL GIFT SHOPThe Big Well Shop has reopened! Hours are Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The State Christmas ornament featuring Greensburg has arrived. New gift items are arriving daily so check back often to see our new selection.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. .· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water and electricity.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

COFFEE TIME!Have you missed gathering with friends over coffee? Then come reunite with friends and neighbors over free coffee Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Iroquois Center Annex Building, located just behind the Iroquois Center at 610 E. Grant St. For more information, call 620-723-2272.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the Equity Exchange in Mullinville at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Kiowa County/Greensburg Update 1-2-08 to 1-3-08

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETINGThe First Annual Meeting of the Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 7p.m. at the Broadhurst Student Center in Haviland. This will be a banquet meeting and our guest speaker will be Congressman Jerry Moran. Seating is limited so get your tickets early. You can purchase tickets at any of the five Kiowa County bank locations in Mullinville, Greensburg or Haviland.

POTLUCK LUNCHEON2008 will be Great for Greensburg Potluck Luncheon! Come join us on Friday, January 11th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iroquois Coffee House. Bring your favorite dish to share. All are welcome to attend! Tableware will be provided.

COUNTY HEALTH FAIRKiowa County Health Department in conjunction with the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital will hold a small Health Fair on Thursday, January 10, 2008. The event will be held at the Carriage House, 723 S. Elm from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. Comprehensive blood work will be drawn. Please pre-register for the health fair by calling the Kiowa County Health Department at 620-723-2136. The blood work will be free of charge to Kiowa County residents.

BIG WELL GIFT SHOPThe Big Well Shop has reopened! Hours are Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The State Christmas ornament featuring Greensburg has arrived. New gift items are arriving daily so check back often to see our new selection.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. .· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions.· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square. · Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water and electricity.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square.· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.· North Landfill will only accept clean concrete. If the concrete has any metal or other debris mixed then it must go to the South Landfill.

COFFEE TIME!Have you missed gathering with friends over coffee? Then come reunite with friends and neighbors over free coffee Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Iroquois Center Annex Building, located just behind the Iroquois Center at 610 E. Grant St. For more information, call 620-723-2272.

CHURCH SERVICES· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Church starts at 10 a.m.· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call 620-388-4952 or 620-672-8380 or 620-548-2249.· First Christian Church is meeting at the Equity Exchange in Mullinville at 10:30 a.m.· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the temporary Kiowa County Memorial Hospital each Sunday at 10 a.m.· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOMESCKTRO welcomes anyone who has electrical, plumbing, or interior finish skills to volunteer by signing up at the Greensburg office on the east edge of Davis Park. This is an opportunity to help your neighbors and friends with their repair/rebuilding needs.

GREENSBURG AAGreensburg AA meetings have resumed. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights at 8:00 p.m. at the Elmore Heights meeting room. For more information call 620-450-7496.

SAFETY:· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 123 E. Wisconsin, FEMA trailer E, or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.· Sonshine and Rainbows Discovery Center is looking to hire a child care provider. You must be at 18 years old and love working with infants, toddlers and older children. Please call (620) 723-3324 or pick up an application at the temporary trailer located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE· Salvation Army warehouse has closed. Vouchers are still available. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information. · Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call 785-313-6123 or 1-866-327-6578 or e-mail kare1_project@yahoo.com with questions.· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422. · Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.